Week of Events
Adult Heritage Weekend with District 5 Sons of Norway, Local Lodges: Open to ALL!
Join us during Uff Da Fest at Giants, as we host members of the District 5 Sons of Norway lodges, as well as our local Valheim lodge and others for a weekend of classes, demonstrations, sight-seeing, entertainment, dining, and revelry during the city's annual Uff Da Fest celebration! We welcome the general public to attend […]
Heritage Center Open
Passport to Other Cultures: Germany
Passport to Other Cultures: Germany
This event has passed, but you can find the livestream of it here! Join us at Giants for a Mini-Oktoberfest! Featuring guest speakers Luther Professor of German Studies Soren Steding; as well as the newly crowned La Crosse Oktoberfest Festmaster and Frau, Douglas & Kimberly Kratt; Grenadier Generals Chris & Susan Hoghaug; and other members […]
Heritage Center Open
“Revy” (Norsk Talent Show)
“Revy” (Norsk Talent Show)
Located in Immigrant Hall at Giants of the Earth Heritage Center Do you have a special talent to share? How about some Ole and Lena jokes? Perhaps you have written a poem or your own song? Highlight it here at the Uff Da Fest "Revy" (talent show). Show up and sign your act in, or […]
Hayride Tours or Walks in Downtown and Rural Spring Grove
Norsk Kino Natt (Movie Night)
Norsk Kino Natt (Movie Night)
Join us at Giants for a Norwegian Feature Film! Kino Natt simply means "Movie Night" in Norwegian! We will be watching “Sweet Land”. Snacks and Beverages available Location: Immigrant Hall Donations Accepted. These types of programming occur because of your gifts!
Johnathan Storlie presents on DNA in genealogy and public health
Johnathan Storlie presents on DNA in genealogy and public health
Presentation will be held in Giants of the Earth Immigrant Hall.
Heritage Center Open
Rebecca Hanna Presentation on Woodcarving: Ale Bowls and Decorative Techniques
Rebecca Hanna Presentation on Woodcarving: Ale Bowls and Decorative Techniques
Rebecca Hanna is a Vesterheim gold medalist. She has produced works of many kinds, including ale bowls, dragonstil, kubbestols, acanthus pieces, and figures. In addition, she has honed her skills using svidekor, kolrosing, and kroting. Rebecca will showcase examples of ale bowls and the decorative techniques she uses at this presentation. Location: Immigrant Hall Donations […]
Giants Adult Heritage Class Sessions
Giants Adult Heritage Class Sessions
Research ancestors in the Georgia's Genealogy Library--2nd Floor of Giants • Record your family oral history in our Professional Recording Studio (extra fees) -- MUST SIGN UP IN ADVANCE BY CALLING 507-498-5070 • Nordic Stamping Class with Connie Aiello (extra fees) CITY COUNCIL MEETING HALL. • “Julekurver: They’re Not Just for Christmas Anymore!” with Cheryl […]
Old-Time Barn Dance/Concert with Beth & Jon Rotto and Squirrel Tail!
Old-Time Barn Dance/Concert with Beth & Jon Rotto and Squirrel Tail!
Gather your entire family and join in some old-fashioned fun at the Gray Barn! Renowned Nordic Roots fiddler Beth Rotto and her guitar wielding partner Jon will share tunes and stories about Spring Grove native performer/composer Arnold Munkel--who recorded music at the bars, celebrations, and festivals in Spring Grove back in the day! Opening act […]
